Light The Darkness 5K & 1 Mile Glow Run

  • Date Sat 20th September 2025
  • Time 7:15PM CDT
  • Location Florissant, Missouri
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Light The Darkness 5K & 1 Mile Glow Run on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at beautiful Saint Ferdinand Park in Florissant, St. Louis! This uplifting event is dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention, inviting participants of all ages to engage in a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Choose between a scenic 5K course or a shorter 1 Mile run, perfect for runners and walkers alike.

As you cross the finish line, celebrate your achievement with a custom event t-shirt and a unique finisher's medal that you'll cherish. Embrace the glow theme by getting creative with your attire; additional glow items will be available for purchase to enhance your experience. Early registration is just $25 until August 29, 2024, increasing to $30 up until race day, so secure your spot today! Don’t miss out on the packet pick-up days at the James J Eagan Center or on the event day at the park. Remember, 100% of the net proceeds will support local mental health and suicide prevention organizations, making every step you take count! Join us in lighting the darkness and creating a brighter future together!

Organiser's Description

Join us in 2024 at Saint Ferdinand Park as we "Light the Darkness" for suicide prevention awareness. Choose between a 5K and 1 Mile course that runners and walkers of all ages can enjoy! All participants will receive a custom event t-shirt and also be given a one-of-a-kind finishers medal as they cross the finish line. Additional glow items will be for sale, and we encourage participants to get creative and have fun with this exciting theme. Registration can be done online, or by visiting the JFK or James J. Eagan Community Centers and completing a registration form. Fees are $25 until August 29th, 2024 then $30 through race day. T-shirt sizes can only be guaranteed to those who register by August 29th, 2024. Call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466 for more information!

Packet pick-up will occur at the James J Eagan Center (JJE Center) at 1 James J Eagan Drive Florissant, MO 63034 on Wednesday, September 18th from 5P-7:30P and Thursday, September 19th from 9A-7:30P. Day of packet pick-up will occur at Saint Ferdinand Park at Pavilion 4 (back of the park by sand volleyball courts) from 5:00P-7:00P.

100% of the net proceeds will be donated to two local mental health and suicide prevention organizations to help fund outreach programs in our local schools including the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and CHADS Coalition for Mental Health.

Races

  • Light the Darkness 5K & 1 Mile Glow Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt & Custom Finisher's Medal

    Sat 20th September 2025 (7:15PM CDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 21 APR
    Join us in 2024 at Saint Ferdinand Park as we "Light the Darkness" for suicide prevention awareness. Choose between a 5K and 1 Mile course that runners and walkers of all ages can enjoy! All participants will receive a custom event t-shirt and also be given a one-of-a-kind finishers medal as they cross the finish line. Additional glow items will be for sale, and we encourage participants to get creative and have fun with this exciting theme. Registration can be done online, or by visiting the JFK or James J. Eagan Community Centers and completing a registration form. Fees are $25 until August 29th, 2024 then $30 through race day. T-shirt sizes can only be guaranteed to those who register by August 29th, 2024. Call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466 for more information! Packet pick-up will occur at the James J Eagan Center (JJE Center) at 1 James J Eagan Drive Florissant, MO 63034 on Wednesday, September 18th from 5P-7:30P and Thursday, September 19th from 9A-7:30P. Day of packet pick-up will occur at Saint Ferdinand Park at Pavilion 4 (back of the park by sand volleyball courts) from 5:00P-7:00P. 100% of the net proceeds will be donated to two local mental health and suicide prevention organizations to help fund outreach programs in our local schools including the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and CHADS Coalition for Mental Health.

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Location

St Ferdinand Park, 25 St Ferdinand Park Dr, Florissant, 63031, MO, United States

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